If you haven’t planned your menu yet, don’t panic – these Mother’s Day recipes will be a hit with Mom and put your siblings to shame. From breakfast in bed to brunch and bubbly to delicious mains and decadent desserts, they’re fit for a queen.
Breakfast in Bed or Brunch & Bubbly?
From brekkie to brunch, these Mother’s Day recipes are the tastiest way to start the day.
Cheese, Ham & Caramelised Onion Croissant Bake
Everything you want in a croissant sandwich, transformed into one decadent brunch bake.
Recipe for Cheese, Ham & Caramelised Onion Croissant Bake
Asparagus, Parma Ham & Poached Egg Bruschetta
Drizzled with truffle-infused olive oil and topped with Parmesan shavings, Mom will savour every bite of this elevated breakfast.
Recipe for Asparagus, Parma Ham & Poached Egg Bruschetta
Avocado Flapjack Stack
Healthy and delicious? Surprise her with breakfast in bed and make this flapjack stack, piled high and drizzled with honey. Yum!
Recipe for Avocado Flapjack Stack
Vegan Flapjacks with Coconut Cream & Berry Coulis
Vegan baking can be tricky, but this recipe makes it light work. Mom will love these Vegan Flapjacks with fresh fruit and whipped coconut cream.
Recipe for Vegan Flapjacks with Coconut Cream & Berry Coulis
Brunch Eggs en Cocotte
A classy brunch for a classy queen! Eggs are baked to custardy perfection and served on a bed of spinach and pancetta. Enjoy with Graham Beck bubbles for the ultimate Mother’s Day brunch.
Recipe for Brunch Eggs en Cocotte
Turkish Eggs
You can’t go wrong with Turkish Eggs; it’s loaded with flavour and easier to make than you think. This breakfast dish will be an annual, if not weekly, request.
French Toast with LemonGold Labneh & Bacon Crumble
Why pick between sweet or savoury when you can have both? Smeared with labneh and topped with bacon bits, this French toast is taken to delicious heights.
Recipe for French Toast with LemonGold Labneh & Bacon Crumble
Cheesy Hashbrown Waffles
This is the perfect Mother’s Day recipe. Waffle-inspired hash browns served with sunny-side-up eggs and crispy bacon. The addition of cheese make these waffles a banger.
Recipe for Cheesy Hashbrown Waffles
Coconut & Berry Chia Pudding Breakfast Parfaits
Pretty as a picture and filled with goodness, Mom will love this berry-licious treat.
Recipe for Coconut & Berry Chia Pudding Breakfast Parfaits
Biscoff Cinnamon Rolls
Sate her sweet tooth with these Biscoff spread loaded cinnamon rolls.
Recipe for Biscoff Cinnamon Rolls
Sunday Lunch
These Mother’s Day recipes will be a hit with mom and the whole family.
Roast Chicken with Garlic & Roasted Red Pepper Spreado
What’s Sunday lunch without a good ol’ roast chicken? Basted in roasted red pepper-infused butter and cooked to perfection, everyone will be fighting over who gets the last piece.
Recipe for Roast Chicken with Garlic & Roasted Red Pepper Spreado
Country Rustic Dijon Chicken
Creamy and comforting, this rustic French dish will win Mom over.
Recipe for Country Rustic Dijon Chicken
Braaied Chicken Kebabs with Lemon Labneh & Green Salad
Celebrate all the Moms and gather the family for a Sunday braai. This sumptuous platter will impress everyone, especially when paired with Vin de Joie Rosé.
Recipe for Braaied Chicken Kebabs with Lemon Labneh & Green Salad
3 Cheese Pap Tart
This cheesy and layered beauty will become an instant hit at your next braai. Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc is the ideal pairing for this rich dish.
Yellowtail Fish Tacos with Green Apple Slaw
Mexican and South African cuisine come together in these fish tacos. Enjoy them with a glass of Big Easy Chenin Blanc.
Recipe for Yellowtail Fish Tacos with Green Apple Slaw
Smoked Fish Pie
A smoky and cream fish pie topped with rounds of golden puff pastry – absolutely delicious! Savour with a Nederburg Chenin Blanc.
Mediterranean Orzo Chicken with Thighs
Fresh olives, baby tomatoes, garlic and fragrant basil make this chicken dish a winner! It’s simple to make and brimming with Mediterranean flavour.
Recipe for Mediterranean Orzo Chicken with Thighs
Chilli Rocket Pesto Lamb Chops with Yoghurt
Braai can be fancy too. Make Mom these succulent lamb chops, served with luscious yoghurt and a garlicky and punchy chilli rocket pesto. Absolutely divine!
Recipe for Chilli Rocket Pesto Lamb Chops with Yoghurt
Creamy Malay Chicken Curry Pie
Pot pie but inspired by Cape Malay flavours. Pair this hearty dish with a Cabernet Franc.
Recipe for Creamy Malay Chicken Curry Pie
Pork Neck Vindaloo Curry
This Pork Neck Vindaloo Curry is one of our go-to-dishes for any family occasion; the tender pork and sauce are a match made in heaven.
Recipe for Pork Neck Vindaloo Curry
Slow Cooked Lamb Ragù with Gnocchi & Salsa Verde
Some of the best dishes are seasoned with time and love. Succulent and slow-cooked lamb ragù served with pillowy gnocchi – the refreshing salsa verde ties all the flavours together.
Recipe for Slow Cooked Lamb Ragù with Gnocchi & Salsa Verde
Mushroom Ragù on Parmesan Polenta
This creamy and comforting polenta is ideal for vegetarian moms. It’s served with a mushroom ragù that is slow-cooked in Merlot, which is absolutely sublime.
Recipe for Mushroom Ragù on Parmesan Polenta
Cape Malay Roast Chicken with Apricot & Almond Couscous
Impress Mom with a roast fit for a queen. It’s deliciously fragrant and the salad is tasty.
Recipe for Cape Malay Spiced Roast Chicken with Apricot & Almond Couscous
Braaied Lamb Chop Platter with Cumin & Honey Drizzle
Treat the family to a divine Mother’s Day feast with these succulent lamb chops.
Recipe for Braaied Lamb Chop Platter with Cumin & Honey Drizzle
Sweet Treats
These dreamy desserts will ensure that your Mother’s Day celebrations end on a sweet note.
Choc-Hazelnut Cheesecake Squares
Treat her to these Choc-Hazelnut Cheesecake Squares. The nutty flavour combined with the smooth, chocolaty cheesecake is perfection.
Recipe for Choc-Hazelnut Cheesecake Squares
Berry Nice Chocolate Mousse
Velvety and light, this chocolate mousse is sensational – the perfect Mother’s Day dessert recipe. Serve with whipped cream and seasonal berries, and watch Mom ask for seconds.
Recipe for Berry Nice Chocolate Mousse
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Bitter coffee and sweet toffee notes make this saucy pud’ a treat. Top with scoops of vanilla ice cream and generously drizzle with sticky toffee sauce.
Recipe for Sticky Toffee Pudding
JAZZ Apple Crumble
Nothing beats a piece of humble crumble. This classic and comforting dessert hits all the right notes – it has crunch, sweet apples and cinnamon.
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